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"I'm not one for the limelight, but something like this is not an issue."

(Image: liverpool echo)

Zoe Collar-Harrison, Kris' sister, said: "It's amazing.

"I'm absolutely blown away, I can't believe somebody would be so kind and do this.

"It's fantastic."

Despite 35-year-old Dingle being recently jailed for eight weeks for a spate of crimes - some at supermarkets and two bike thefts, including the offence against Mr Collar - he has refused to disclose what he did with the cycle.

The Cheshire thief's actions meant Mr Collar has been undertaking longer and more expensive daily journey into work, getting buses to Liverpool, before catching a train to Northwich.

Family members have stressed to Mr Collar for him to wear gloves and a mask when on public transport, using sign language, or by him lip-reading.

On the day in question, when he briefly left his work premises to check on his bike, it had gone.

Kris Collar with sister Zoe, had his bike stolen by a serial thief who even behind bars won't disclose what he did with it (Image: liverpool echo)

A check on CCTV showed Dingle caught in the act, as police officers commented how they clearly recognised the well-known criminal.

The businessman added: "It's sad somebody would do such a thing, but Liverpool is one of those areas tat pulls together in these types of situations.